The 10 best apps to shut down

2014

Relaxation apps in the test

A smartphone and relaxation do not have much to do with each other? Time to rethink: With these apps that we have tested, your mobile phone turns from a stressor to a wellness oasis.

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Ooooomm!

Daily Yoga: Yoga relaxes and gives new energy. In this app more than 400 yoga exercises are presented in videos and explained in detail. Each training video is divided into individual positions, which are displayed at the edge of the screen. This allows you to skip individual exercises or to select them separately. Conclusion "Variety is important to me and it is not too short in this app." Eva Stammberger, head of the text

Price: iTunes for free, Google Play for free

awareness

Get Awareness! Deep relaxation through hypnosis: The app provides a 31-minute relaxation training developed by an experienced hypnotherapist. "Get Awareness!" Helps you to feel in yourself. Conclusion "Very pleasant: the volume of the voice and that of the background music can be regulated separately." Ursula Schmied, picture editor

Price: iTunes 2.69 euros, Google Play 2.69 euros

Three minutes

Buddhist Meditation Trainer: Three minutes to go - this app reminds you daily. Each meditation session is associated with a picture and a wise saying. Conclusion "The app offers the option to turn on airplane mode. So I make sure that I am not disturbed during the meditation. After the session, it automatically disables itself. "Jennifer Strunk, Senior Fitness Director

Price: Google Play for free

meditation

The Mindfulness App: Here you can choose whether you want to meditate quietly or want to let a professional guide you through the session. Thanks to statistics, you always have an idea of how much time you have taken to meditate. Conclusion "I treat myself to a short break every day from now on - even if it's only five minutes during lunch break." Stephanie Frey, fashion editor

Price: iTunes 1.79 Euro, Google Play 1.79 Euro

sound signals

Brainwave Tuner: Binaural sounds are an acoustic illusion that arises when each ear hears a sound of slightly different frequencies. There are 26 sounds to choose from, for example helping to fall asleep or relax. Conclusion "Thanks to the brainwave tuner, I got a grip on my headaches. From now on I hear Headache Therapy I at the first hint of pain. "Miriam Reischl, graphic artist

Price: iTunes 2.69 Euro, Google Play 3.06 Euro

Breathe deeply

Breathing Zone: Use this app to slow your respiratory rate and reduce stress. First, your breathing is analyzed via the microphone of the mobile phone and then individually calculated for the respiratory rate suitable for stress reduction. The rhythm of breathing is visualized and dictated by one voice. Conclusion "My tip: Thanks to the graphics, you can use the app without sound." Stefan Claußen, Editor-in-Chief

Price: iTunes 3.99 euros, Google Play 1.99 euros

To the point

Relax well with acupressure: The app shows you ten energy points, for example, to relax during computer work, during sports or in a weather change. Pictures and videos explain where exactly the points are. Conclusion "Above all, the acupressure point against fear of flying helps me. Since the app works without an Internet connection, I can even use it on the plane. "Sarah Jungclaus, student journalist

Price: iTunes 2.69 euros, Google Play 2.19 euros

sound Festival

Relax Melodies: Nearly 100 ambient sounds, such as rain, campfires or waves, this app offers. You can mix the individual sounds and create your own personal personal relaxation tune. For those who want to use the sounds to fall asleep, there is a switch-off timer. Conclusion "The sound quality of the individual tones is really good. I also like the clear structure of the app. "Renate Kufer, chief photographer

Price: iTunes 2.69 euros, Google Play 2.29 euros

Dream of Bali

Autogenic training fantasy iron: The app takes you on a fantasy trip to Bali for 21 minutes. You can set whether you want to fall asleep at the end of the trip or be woken up gently. Conclusion "With sleep problems, the app works very well with me, because I can totally get involved. The speaker has a very pleasant voice. "Teresa Strohm, Editor

Price: iTunes for free, Google Play for free

Good Morning

WakeApp - scientific alarm clock and sleep recorder: This clever alarm clock wakes you as gently as possible in a light sleep phase. You will also learn how high your sleep quality is. The app records your sleep phases and all sounds during the night. Conclusion "I put my cell phone under my pillow and it actually absorbed everything. Besides, I woke up much more relaxed than usual. "Sandra Szjwach, Deputy Editor-in-Chief

Price: iTunes 2.69 euros

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